The Recall Desk
SevereCPSC·06057·Announced 2005-12-20

Meco Recalls Aussie Gas Grills Due to Propane Leak Risk

Meco Corp. is recalling about 98,000 Aussie gas grills because the regulator can leak propane when the grill is not in use.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural defect in a gas appliance that has resulted in reported property damage from a fire, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Meco Corp. is recalling approximately 98,000 Aussie gas grills in the Bonza, Bushman, and Bondi series. The recall involves specific model numbers and serial number ranges where the regulator assembly has a date code of 2704 or lower. These grills were sold at grocery, department, hardware, and other retail stores nationwide from December 2003 through December 2004 for between $100 and $480.

The hazard is that the regulator, which controls the amount of gas released to the burner, can leak propane when the propane cylinder is connected and open, even when the grill is not in use. There have been 10 reports of gas leaks and one report of a fire causing property damage. No injuries have been reported.

Consumers should immediately stop using the grill and contact Meco for instructions on receiving a replacement regulator assembly. Meco can be reached toll-free at (800) 251-7558 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or by email at [email protected]. Consumers can also visit www.meco.net.

The recalled product

Product
Aussie™ Gas Grills
Manufacturer
Meco Corp., of Greeneville, Tenn. (grill)
Category
Consumer Product — Outdoor Cooking
Hazard
Affected units
98,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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